Early View of President Obama’s Legacy

In a couple of weeks, we the people of the United States of America shall elect someone to follow President Barack Obama as president of the United States.  This election is as important as 2008 when he was first elected and in 2012 when he was affirmed by the people with reelection.  President Obama is […]

Just for laughs

I do not know anything about this stream of videos.  Someone posted this on facebook and I happened to see it.  enjoy:  

People at Wal-Mart Video

I can not help it.  Most of these pictures were taken at the South Belt Wal-Mart in St. Joseph, Missouri.  Two of the people are my siblings – but I will not say which.

Scarface School Play – I don’t get it

What in the world is going on?  If this play had been done in one of my grand children’s schools I would be up in arms – people would think I had joined the radical right, that I was a card carrying member of the Tea Party.    Anyway, make of it what you will.

Gospel Kitsch – or Kitsch Gospel

My son (who writes this magazine with me) has both a greater appreciation of Art and of the Gospels.  He can point out yard art in rural America that qualifies for kitsch.  I’m talking about those pink flamingos and beer can sculptures found regularly in northwest Missouri.  The same folks who have beer can art […]

Obama meets House Republican Conference 1/29/10

President Obama is a very unusual man. He has a striking intelligence – nothing really special about this – there are a lot of smart people. There are lawyers and Medical Doctors and PH.D’s in the House and Senate. Our Government is well populated with intelligence. What strikes us about Obama is his phenomenal patience.

Cheney Is Afraid Of The Rule Of Law

Dick Cheney is speaking this morning, again.  But this time he is not being interviewed – he is giving a prepared speech.  His words are designed to discredit the President of the United States – something he abhorred when his President was in office.  Cheney continues to manipulate information to suit his needs – we […]

Three Dog Night Youtube videos

When I was a young man – long, long, ago – when I was interested in pop culture – long, long, ago – before I realized man had been around for a long time – there was Three Dog Night.  Today is a day for music reflection – and we shall begin with these favorites: […]

Inauguration 2009: Exploring the Hero Myth

The idea of hero is old, and treasured in mythology. The hero metaphor influences our understanding of the world. This ancient value of hero lends credence to the fierce patriotism of America. No Congressman will vote against our military, our heroes.

The G.O.P.’s Five Stages of Grief (Video)

Grief is an emotional response to loss. Our original curiosity was around the five stages of grief after the election – but the folks who produced this video recognized the grief began before the cancerous terminal patient died. Curiosity drove us to enter “Election Grief” in the youtube search engine.  This one video stood out […]

Obama 30 Minute Video

MLK, I Have A Dream” video

In 1964 Martin Luther King Jr. gave the speech of his life time.  Some contemporary politicians seem to believe that words do not matter – that giving an inspirational speech is not important.  Listen to Martin Luther King and see if you agree. [wp_youtube]PbUtL_0vAJk[/wp_youtube]

RNC Video Bio of Sarah Palin

We don’t have to comment – the video speaks for itself. We are proud that America produces great leaders.

Karl Rove on Palin and election (video)

The Washington Post is very generous in sharing information (well, I guess that is their job). This writer believes that Karl Rove is an excellent example of someone who does things right – but seldom does the right things.  This is a man who has successfully shaped American politics the past eight years.  This is […]

David Broder on the 1968 DNC – video

This writer is grateful for the Washington Post. Aside from their politics, they perform a great public service by offering one of the finest web sites and allowing folks like me to share in their quest for understanding. David Broder is a professional journalist who has been around a long time. This writer has been […]

John Cusack – Serendipity of War

Well now, John Cusack is up in arms. Cusack is that actor who used to make the chic flicks that even the men enjoyed watching. My favorite is ‘Serendipity.” But I like his latest work also. Check this out: [wp_youtube]NQgJl9d5KCQ[/wp_youtube] My first take was wondering what had gotten into John Cusack. I had never seen […]

New Al Gore video on climate change

Al Gore says this better than I.

Obama’s Speech on Race, Video and Text

Thanks to the Huffington Post for distributing this profound message. [wp_youtube]pWe7wTVbLUU[/wp_youtube] “We the people, in order to form a more perfect union.” Two hundred and twenty one years ago, in a hall that still stands across the street, a group of men gathered and, with these simple words, launched America’s improbable experiment in democracy. Farmers […]

Ron Paul and thefiresidepost.com

Son, One writer on our magazine staff has contributed twelve articles on Ron Paul. This writer does not agree with Ron Paul and has been open and honest in his appraisal. But the Ron Paul supporters have been belligerent and mean spirited in their attacks. The Editorial Board of thefiresidepost.com have graciously agreed to allow […]

“Yes We Can,” The Mantra of Barack Obama

Son, Supporters of Barack Obama have created this inspiring video.  There is a clear demonstration of unity across race, age, gender, and gifted talented people. Barack Obama has inspired America. [wp_youtube]2fZHou18Cdk[/wp_youtube] We must help share this message of hope.  This is not just about America – it is about standing up at a time when […]

Saturday Night Live parodies Mitt Romney

Son, Those folks at Saturday Night Live are just hilarious.  They took a real Mitt Romney video advertisement and added laugh tracks.  The infusion of simple laughing changes the entire message. The humor points out the value of audio.  Listening to this makes me wonder about the background music used in political commercials. One might […]

Video comparing Obama to Robert Kennedy

Son, The excitement of hope has returned to America. I was 18 and eligible for the draft when Robert F. Kennedy was assassinated. An entire generation of Americans was devastated. I remember the sense of loss, loss of hope, loss of dreams. Today I believe there are better days ahead. [wp_youtube]H6xyhBMMFlY[/wp_youtube] Dad

McCain on Immigration – I like him (video)

Son, I like John McCain. I think he is an honest and practical man. Unfortunately the Republican Party is so irrational that the fringe party base makes it difficult for a man like McCain to win the nomination. I write about immigration from the perspective of humanity rather than economics – and that is how […]

Richard Gere video on being a Buddhist

Son, I really like this video. Richard Gere explains his position without being a wacko celebrity. The philosophy also lends itself to my understanding of the world. I have not declared my faith as Buddhist – but I like the message. Dad

Spoof of Tom Cruise on Scientology

Son, This actor is really great. I love this type of humor – I practice a form of this when writing and often people think I am serious – that is because this type of humor requires that we weave the truth into a paradox of humor. Check it out. the parody video Tom Cruise […]